Why Has China Pulled Johnson & Johnson Off Their Shelves and America Has Not? Have you noticed that Johnson & Johnson products irritate the skin of the children in your care? China has pulled Johnson & Johnson products off their shelves, yet the United States has not. The reason is Johnson & Johnson products contain carcinogens. The carcinogens found in some of […]
Product Review Sunday We have been discussing the importance of reading aloud to children. In fact, the Autumn issue of Be the Best Nanny Newsletter explains that even if you don’t like reading yourself, it’s still important to read aloud to children each and every day. To see the issue you can purchase it here. […]
My Body Belongs to Me by Jill Starishevsky Over the past week there has been tons of media coverage about sexual harassment and sexual assault. Plus, a new survey and a report shows half to 80% of middle school and high school students feel they have been sexually harassed. That’s why for this Weekly Trip to the Library […]
Are Your Charges’ Use of Electronic Communication Being Monitored? Not all sexual harassment occurs in the school hallways. Survey shows that children feel sexually harassed by text, email, Facebook, or other electronic means as well. Sexual harassment is part of everyday life in middle and high schools, affecting nearly half of all students, according to […]
What Do Your Employers Do if You are Sick? Last week we discussed children and nannies getting vaccinated by the flu shot. In fact, one nanny shared with us that she lost a babysitting job because she did not have the flu shot. But, if you do get sick do you and the parents have […]
Product Review Sunday We all know that babies have an amazing capacity to learn language. But, there is still debate whether they can learn to read. While it may be possible for babies to learn symbols (like letters) many experts say it’s impossible for them to comprehend written sentences required for reading. Over the past […]
Weekly Trip to the LibraryBy Maria Lopez, Nanny, Miami FL When the editor of this blog and Be the Best Nanny Newsletter told me that the Autumn 2011 Be the Best Nanny Newsletter will discuss the importance of reading aloud to children I knew I had to share a book my mom read to me. […]
The Danger of Flu to ChildrenBy the Center of Disease Control and Prevention Flu is more dangerous than the common cold for children. Each year, seasonal flu places a large burden on the health and well-being of children and families. Children commonly need medical care because of influenza, especially before they turn 5-years-old. Each year […]
Making Sense of the Recent Confusion About Student Loans Many nannies owe student loans. President Obama announced that he will issue an Executive Order making certain changes in the program. I found the reporting of the nature of the program to be sketchy and misleading. For the convenience of those who borrowed to go to […]
The Nanny and ThanksgivingDo you resent the kids you care for have many more material possessions than you do? Thanksgiving is the must-be-there time for family reunions and family feasts. Thanksgiving is our only true national holiday, especially if you exclude the Super Bowl. And the holiday is an opportune time for reflection about the nature […]
